“It is not in the stars to hold out destiny but in ourselves” —William Shakespeare

Line Number: #148

Big Sister: Vivian Huynh *Crosswind*

Little Sister: Stacy Chiok *Storm Shadow*

Major: Industrial and Systems Engineering

Class: Class of 2022

Ethnicity: Chinese

Positions held in Kappa:

Webmistress (Fall 2019)

Historian (Fall 2019)

Philanthropy Chair (Fall 2019)

Treasurer (2020-2021)

Co-Fundraising Chair (Spring 2021)

Secretary (2021-2022)

Performance Chair (Fall 2021)

About Me:

Hello! I’m Erin and I’m from Thousand Oaks, California, but I actually used to live in Parkland when I was younger. When I’m not dying from all my engineering classes, I spend a lot of my time watching Netflix and just hanging out with my friends. I absolutely love traveling, especially road trips. Even though I listen to just about any type of music, I’m a bit of an old soul and love listening to 80’s music. I’m usually down to try anything new, especially food, but I can be super indecisive so please don’t ask me to pick where to eat!

Why Kappa Phi Lambda?

When I first came to college, I was very overwhelmed with the sudden change as well as the various clubs and organizations I could join. Coming from across the country, I wanted to find a support system and a place that I could call home. Once I went to my first rush event, I felt completely comfortable talking to sisters and knew that Kappa Phi Lambda was something I wanted to become a part of. These women are very much themselves and push one another to become better. This organization has already taught me so much about myself and surrounded by sisters, I know I’ll continue to grow even more.

“The way we choose to see the world creates the world we see.”

Line Number: #149

Big Sister: Nicole Hao *Sundial*

Little Sister: Grace Luai *Starflower*

Major: Tourism, Hospitality, & Event Management

Class: Class of 2022

Ethnicity: Burmese

Positions held in Kappa:

Publicity Chair (Fall 2019)

Academic Chair (Fall 2019)

Service Chair (Fall 2019)

About Me:

I am an international student from Myanmar and my hometown in called Mandalay. I am currently studying Hospitality, Tourism, and Event Management at UF. I am a hardcore soccer fan and my favorite team is Real Madrid. I love traveling and having a chance to learn the history and engage in the culture of other countries. I love learning new languages and I am fluent in Burmese and English and intermediate level in Korean and Spanish. I hope to open my own cafe in the future because I love drinking coffee and love the cozy vibe I get from cafes.

Why Kappa Phi Lambda?

KPL values individuality and one’s uniqueness and that is what I like the most about KPL. And, even though my home and family are thousands of miles away in another continent, the sisterhood of KPL is so strong that it makes Florida more homey for me and I am so thankful for that.

“If my life is going to mean anything, I have to live it myself” -Rick Riordan

Line Number: #150

Big Sister: Lizz Do *Fawkes* (George Mason University)

Little Sister: Michelle Huang *AKUMATIZE* (Alpha Zeta Chapter) and Kanna Isabel Agnila *FIENDFYRE*

Major: Elementary Education

Class: Class of 2020

Ethnicity: Vietnamese

Positions held in Kappa:

MGC Representative (Fall 2019)

Fundraising Chair (Fall 2019)

Alumnae Relations (Spring 2020)

About Me:

You could read this bio to get to know me, but there is not enough room to give you a good picture. Instead, take this snapshot: teacher, passionate, indecisive, the type to dress up and glam up for Walmart, easily upset, occasional gym buddy, aesthetics, music, independent, traveling foodie.

Why Kappa Phi Lambda?

Over the years that I’ve been a sister of Kappa Phi Lambda, the biggest reason for me staying involved is because of the strong support system I’ve found in this sorority. It might be cliche to say, but no matter the situation, near or far, day or night, sisters always have my back. Sisters also work endlessly to better themselves, to pursue a version of themselves that is strong, confident, inspiring, and individualistic, for the community around them.

"Let the waters settle and you will see the moon and the stars mirrored in your own being" —Rumi

Line Number: #151

Big Sister: Ester Xie *Septimia*

Little Sister:

Major: Psychology

Class: Class of 2022

Ethnicity: Indian

Positions held in Kappa:

Cultural Chair (Fall 2019)

Academic Chair (Fall 2020)

Co-Fundraising Chair (Spring 2021)

Internal Vice President (2020-2021)

Liaison (2021-2022)

About Me:

Hello! I’m Greeshma and I’m from Tampa. When I’m not stressing over classes or exams, I’m usually reading or listening to music or binging whatever’s new on Netflix! I love to travel and right now, I’m really hoping that one day I’ll get to visit Switzerland and Italy. My biggest dream right now is to spend a summer in the Amalfi coast or Lake Como. I am also a huge soccer and Formula 1 fan, and I'm excited to attend some of these events one day! In the future, I hope to graduate from medical school and become a Psychiatrist.

Why Kappa Phi Lambda?

Coming to college was definitely one of the most eye-opening experiences for me. At first, it was overwhelming and even though I was meeting new people and doing new things I still wasn't comfortable in a new setting. After meeting sisters and getting to know them, I knew that Kappa Phi Lambda was something I wanted to be in. The organization is giving me an opportunity to grow professionally and personally, and I know that with sisters beside me, I'll continue to flourish.